Explore Director of Nursing opportunities for experienced healthcare leaders ready to guide nursing teams and improve patient care. Directors of Nursing oversee clinical operations, support quality and safety initiatives, and help ensure nursing services meet organizational and regulatory standards. Browse vetted professional jobs on Ladders, including positions with salaries of $100,000 or more.
A Director of Nursing provides strategic and operational leadership for nursing departments or services. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include managing nurse leaders and staff, developing policies and procedures, monitoring care quality, coordinating staffing, supporting budgets, and collaborating with physicians and executive teams. The role may be based in a hospital, long-term care facility, clinic, or another healthcare setting.
Employers commonly seek substantial nursing experience, leadership capability, and a current registered nurse license. Requirements vary by employer and location; some roles call for a bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing or healthcare administration. Useful strengths include staff development, communication, decision-making, regulatory knowledge, quality improvement, and the ability to manage complex clinical operations.
Compensation depends on factors such as location, employer type, scope of responsibility, and experience. Director-level roles can offer competitive pay and broader leadership pathways across healthcare organizations. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore roles that align with their leadership goals.
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Director of Nursing - $5,000 retention bonus
$90K *
Elevate nursing leadership across Indiana by overseeing clinical programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering staff development to enhance quality care for individuals with intellectual and developmen...
1 week ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$124K - $135K *
Drive excellence in nursing care by supporting the Director of Nursing in managing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a high-quality environment in a skilled nursing facility...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Join a dedicated team to oversee nursing personnel, ensuring quality care and compliance with standards. Lead infection prevention initiatives while fostering a supportive environment for staff develo...
3 weeks ago
Director of Nursing - DON - Home Health
$80K - $95K *
Oversee patient care coordination and management, ensuring quality services and effective clinician performance. Lead case evaluations, staff meetings, and educational programs to enhance home care de...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion a dynamic nursing team, enhancing care quality and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance and fostering a supportive environment for residents and staff alike...
5 days ago
$85K *
Drive exceptional resident care by leading a dedicated clinical team. Collaborate with staff to foster a positive environment, ensuring high standards of nursing and wellness in a growing senior livin...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion your career by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with clinical research protocols while fostering professional development and operational ex...
6 days ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$88K - $105K *
Transform nursing care by supporting the Director of Nursing in daily operations, ensuring quality standards are met while fostering a collaborative environment for staff and residents alike...
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RN Director of Nursing Psychiatric Services
$118K - $204K *
Lead the nursing team in delivering exceptional psychiatric care across multiple units. Drive quality improvement, foster collaboration, and ensure compliance with standards while promoting a safe, pa...
3 weeks ago
Registered Nurse - Deputy Associate Director Patient Care Services
$95K - $115K *
Transform healthcare delivery by leading nursing practice across complex services. Collaborate with executive teams to enhance patient care, ensure high standards, and foster a culture of safety and c...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Inspire excellence in nursing care by leading clinical teams to achieve high-quality standards. Drive positive change, foster a supportive culture, and ensure that residents receive top-tier care tail...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
RN Director of Womens Services
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in overseeing Women's Services, ensuring quality care and operational excellence across multiple departments while driving patient and employee satisfaction initiatives...
3 weeks ago
Assistant Nursing Director Main Operating Room (RN)
$102K - $196K *
Empower patient care by leading nursing teams and enhancing quality outcomes. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance, develop staff, and optimize care delivery in a dynamic healthcare enviro...
6 days ago
Director of Nursing (DON) - Full-Time 1st Shift
$120K *
Lead our nursing team to deliver exceptional resident care, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a culture of excellence. Drive clinical outcomes through mentorship, operational oversigh...
1 week ago
Director of Nursing (DON) - Full Time
$85K - $100K *
Join us to lead nursing services in a skilled facility, ensuring high-quality, resident-centered care while mentoring a dedicated clinical team and maintaining regulatory compliance...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Transform healthcare delivery by leading a dedicated nursing team, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient operations in a dynamic clinical environment. Drive excellence through hands-on lead...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Empower our nursing team as a Director of Nursing, overseeing clinical services and ensuring high-quality care in a long-term care environment. Lead with compassion and expertise to enhance resident w...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of nursing services by overseeing clinical operations, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to enhance resident care and foster a supportiv...
3 weeks ago
Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)
$85K - $90K *
Champion quality care as you support the Director of Nursing in enhancing resident services, ensuring compliance, and leading a dedicated nursing team to achieve excellence in patient outcomes and ope...
5 days ago
Director of Nursing (DON) - Full-Time Exempt
$130K *
Drive excellence in nursing leadership by overseeing clinical operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a high-performing team dedicated to quality resident care and operational succes...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead nursing services with strategic oversight, ensuring quality care and regulatory compliance while fostering team development and operational excellence in a collaborative environment...
2 days ago
$110K - $115K *
Drive excellence in community care as you lead a dedicated nursing team, ensuring compliance and quality in resident care while fostering relationships with families and healthcare providers. Make a m...
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ADON- Assistant Director of Nursing (Registered Nurse)
$100K - $115K *
Unlock your leadership potential by supervising resident care operations, developing care plans, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering team collaboration in a dynamic nursing environment...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director of Nursing - Caldwell County
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at our nursing facility by leading the nursing department, ensuring high-quality resident care, and managing staff. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to uphold safety stand...
2 days ago
Long Term Care Director of Nursing
$95K *
Lead the charge in enhancing clinical excellence as you oversee nursing operations, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with regulations in a long-term care setting. Drive resident-centered care and f...
Reposted 5 days ago
What does a Director of Nursing do?
A Director of Nursing leads nursing services, manages or supports nursing teams, and helps oversee clinical operations, care quality, staffing, and compliance. Responsibilities vary by healthcare organization and role.
What qualifications are typically required for Director of Nursing jobs?
Many employers require a registered nurse license and significant nursing and leadership experience. Education requirements vary; some positions prefer or require a bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing or a related field.
How much do Directors of Nursing earn?
Salary varies based on location, employer, experience, and the size and scope of the role. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Director of Nursing opportunities.
Where do Directors of Nursing work?
Directors of Nursing may work in hospitals, long-term care and skilled nursing facilities, clinics, and other healthcare organizations.
How can I find Director of Nursing jobs?
Browse Director of Nursing listings on Ladders, review each employer’s requirements, and use your profile and job alerts to focus on opportunities that match your experience and career goals.